Whether beginning for the first time or seeking fresh inspiration, dive into creative writing in this workshop led by author Lee Kofman. Explore creative writing theory, engage in guided writing exercises with prompts inspired by the upcoming exhibition and discover the joy of creatively experimenting with language to refine your individual voice. Reflect on personal sources of creativity and motivation, learn how to work through common blocks and gather practical strategies for building an ongoing writing practice.

Dr Lee Kofman is a trilingual author of nine books across two languages, including Imperfect (2019), shortlisted for the Nib Literary Award, Split (2019), longlisted for the ABIA Awards, The Writer Laid Bare (2022), and the internationally published Ruptured (2025/2026) co-edited with Tamar Paluch. Her short fiction, essays and poetry are widely published in Australia and overseas. A former dance-party organiser, social worker and academic, she now works full-time as a writer, writing teacher and mentor, speaker and literary judge.

Image: Letters & related documents, Morris Klein, his Mother & Sara Harris, Melbourne, September 1891, ink on paper. Jewish Museum of Australia Collection 505.14.

Location

Jewish Museum of Australia
26 Alma Rd, St Kilda VIC 3182

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